Liverpool have had a roller coaster of a Champions League campaign so far. They once celebrated a cathartic victory over longtime rivals Real Madrid.
The next time Anfield fell silent was when PSV Eindhoven handed the Reds a 4-1 defeat – a result that matched the unwanted record set almost a century ago.
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It was Liverpool's third home defeat by three or more goals this season, a feat not seen since the 1929/30 season, and left Liverpool in 13th place, although they are just one point off the top eight.
There have been several signs that Liverpool are returning to their former self. After the historic defeat to PSV, they are unbeaten in three matches. But even this run came with caveats.
A comprehensive 2-0 win over West Ham United hinted at a potential revival, but it quickly fizzled out with a disappointing draw against newly promoted duo Sunderland and Leeds United.
Saturday's six-goal thriller at Elland Road pierced the heart of Liverpool fans as the Reds grabbed a last-minute equaliser.
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But no one could have predicted what happened later as unused substitute Mohamed Salah grabbed the headlines with an unusual rant claiming the club had “thrown him under the bus”.
It's no surprise he was left out of the squad to face Inter, but whether Liverpool can put the drama behind them and get the job done at the San Siro is another matter entirely.
How Liverpool can line up
Salah's omission made the headlines but manager Arne Slot could still raise eyebrows as he makes four changes to the team that drew with Leeds.
Alisson is unlikely to justify his huge wages at the weekend, so Giorgio Mamardashvilli could get the chance to prove he can effectively replace the Brazilian.
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Ibrahima Konate has recently found himself in the firing line and could make way for Joe Gomez to partner Virgil van Dijk at centre-back.
Andrew Robertson is likely to replace Milos Kerkez, with Conor Bradley retaining his place at right-back.
Ryan Gravenberch has formed a new partnership with Curtis Jones in midfield, while Dominik Szoboszlai and Florian Wirtz should also retain their places.
But a surprise change could see Ugo Ekitike shift to the left in place of Kodi Gakpo to accommodate record-breaking British striker Alexander Isak.
